Question

matching forms of energy
match each form of energy with its description.
gravitational potential energy
mechanical energy
elastic potential energy
energy of an object because of its potential and kinetic energy
energy stored in a compressed or stretched object
energy of an object because of its height above a surface

Explanation:

• Gravitational potential energy: Defined as the energy an object has due to its height above a surface (related to gravity and position).
• Mechanical energy: The sum of an object's potential and kinetic energy (combines both forms of mechanical energy).
• Elastic potential energy: Energy stored in an object when it is compressed or stretched (like in springs or elastic materials).

Answer:

• gravitational potential energy: energy of an object because of its height above a surface
• mechanical energy: energy of an object because of its potential and kinetic energy
• elastic potential energy: energy stored in a compressed or stretched object